Best Places to Visit in Alaska for First Time

The largest state in the U.S. at nearly 600,000 square miles, Alaska is full of nature beauty, rugged mountains, snow-capped peaks, woods, glistening lakes and wildlife, and the biggest problem comes with trying to decide where to go in Alaska. In Alaska there’s are many destinations available, but you may not be able to make it to all of them, here are just a few of the highlights places (Best Places to Visit in Alaska for First Time) that you could choose to include in your tour.

Best Places to Visit in Alaska for First Time:

1. Anchorage :

The state’s largest city Anchorage welcomes of cruise ship passengers with golden summers prime for hiking, wildlife-watching, and joining locals in a slew of festivals filling the long daylight hours. In winter, Anchoragites embrace the snow and ice by making the most of short days with skiing, snowshoeing, and even snow sculpture. In Anchorage is a great outdoor places available.

Best Time To Visit :

• Time for exploring the outdoors : June to August
• Time to beat the crowds : March to May, & August to November
• Best Time for snow sports : November to February

2. Juneau :

Juneau is best known for Mendenhall Glacier and Tracy Arm Fjord. This city is the Capital of Alaska and one of the most popular cruise ports in all of Alaska.

Best Time To Visit : summer months of May to August

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3. Ketchikan :

In Alaska Ketchikan, a popular Inside Passage cruise stop, is known for its vibrant downtown, historical tours, and Alaska Native roots. This city covered in dense rainforest, and the best experienced on the water via boat tour or from the sky on a floatplane.

Best Time to Visit : May to August

4. Seward :

Seward is a must-visit on any Alaskan itinerary. While most people arrived Seaward for visit Kenai Fjords National Park and also available many outdoor opportunities.

Best Time to Visit : Fall is a wonderful time to visit Seward.

5. Sitka :

Sitka is a best destination for people who enjoy fishing, nature and history. This city located between the mountains and the ocean, also Sitka features numerous art galleries, a fine bookstore, many gift shops, different different lodging options, and restaurants with great views and local seafood.

Best Time to Visit : Summer period June to September.

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6. Homer :

This small town on Alaska, HOMER is known for its vibrant arts galleries and wide range of restaurants, and also  this city famous for arts community, fishing, food, Homer spit, Kachemak Bay State Park, wildlife viewing, museums and cultural centers.

Best Time to Visit : April to August is the best time to visit HOMER.

7. Kodiak :

Kodiak is the best known for its best bear viewing opportunities, and also gray whales, Steller sea lions and roaming bison. Although Kodiak Island is the second-largest island in this country. Also this island famous for mountain biking, fishing, museums, festival, and also different different winter activity.

Best Time to Visit : May to September is the best time to visit Kodiak.

8. Fairbanks :

Fairbanks is known as the land of the midnight sun, and this is one of Alaska’s best year-round destinations. Whether you plan on going to watching a glorious garden grow, floating down the Chena River, northern lights viewing, pioneer park, University of Alaska Fairbanks,  Explore Arctic Alaska, Fishing, Museums.

Best Time to Visit : July to September is the best time to visit Fairbanks and also these time is the best time to see aurora borealis (Northern Lights) in Fairbanks.

9. Katmai National Park and Preserve :

Katmai National Park and Preserve is the largest volcanic eruption of the 20th century, this park extends for more than 40 square miles, popular activities in the park include rafting, hiking, kayaking and camping. Brooks Camp offers you to see the Kamtai’s wildlife up close.

Best Time to Visit : late June until September, this is the best time to visit Katmai National Park for bear viewing.

10. Talkeetna :

This small town located outside of Denali National Park and Preserve. No trip to Talkeetna is complete without a walk down Main Street, with two blocks of historic buildings, restaurants, and a brewery. art galleries, restaurants and artisan shops then head to the Talkeetna Historical Society Museum to learn more about this unique town.

Best Time to Visit : April to August is the best time.

11. Kenai Fjords National Park :

Fed by nearly 40 glaciers the Kenai Fjords National Park 1st the list of most Alaskan itineraries. This park provides adventurous activities for visitors, including boat tours, kayaking, camping, public use cabins, fishing, beach combing, biking, hiking, cross-country skiing, dog sledding, ranger programs, flightseeing, and mountaineering.

Best Time to Visit : summer months of June, July and August.

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